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Good Samaritan Health Care Ctr

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise effective physical and occupational therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.

702 North 16th Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902105 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.1/5

based on 26 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

While this facility offers highly effective rehabilitation therapy and a clean environment, the recent increase in negative reviews regarding medical oversight and staff professionalism is concerning. If you choose this facility, ensure you have a family member present frequently to monitor medical care and advocate for your loved one, especially regarding medication management and hygiene.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

26 reviews on Google
Good Samaritan Health Care Center receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for successful short-term rehabilitation and attentive nursing staff. However, a significant number of reviewers report severe concerns regarding neglect, unprofessional behavior, and a perceived decline in quality following a change in management. Families should weigh the positive experiences in physical therapy against serious allegations of poor medical oversight and staff misconduct.

Quality Themes

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Food6.0Staff5.0Clean9.0Activities8.0Meds2.0MemoryN/AComms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Effective physical and occupational therapy
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Friendly and compassionate nursing staff
  • Successful short-term rehabilitation outcomes

Concerns

  • Negligent medical care and lack of oversight (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Rude or unprofessional staff behavior (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Maintenance issues with room equipment (call buttons, bed remotes) (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 31 analyzed

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4
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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With the facility having a 5-star rating for health inspections, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure consistent medical oversight and daily care management for residents?
  • 2I noticed that medication management is a high priority for our family; could you walk me through your process for ensuring accuracy and timely administration of medications?
  • 3How do you foster open communication between the nursing staff and family members to ensure we are kept in the loop regarding our loved one's health status?
  • 4Since some residents rely heavily on equipment like call buttons and bed remotes, how often is this equipment tested and maintained to ensure it is always functioning properly?
  • 5Could you describe the culture of your nursing team and how you encourage professional, compassionate interactions with residents throughout their daily routines?
  • 6Given the facility's strong reputation for physical and occupational therapy, how do you integrate these rehabilitation activities into the daily life of a long-term resident?

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Key Review Excerpts

The entire team, from start to finish, gave my husband wonderful care during his short-term rehab stay. From Erica for making it possible, to Team 5 (Hi Becky), to Carrie, to the Rehab team for OT/PT, to the food (thank you Libby), my husband was well taken care of.

Rehab patient's spouse · 2025★★★★★

Both of my parents were at Good Sam for a while...we are impressed at the nursing staff, kitchen, admin, physical therapy and occupational therapy and 99 percent of the staff were amazing.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

This place is an absolute nightmare they let my grandpa lay in bed three days after having a stroke not only that he got his food port on his side infected because they weren’t doing there part and flushing it out

Long-term resident's family · 2023☆☆☆☆
Source: 26 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.65hrs
86%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.34hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
29%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
19%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

11

measures

Worse Than Avg

3

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.1%
Better than Avg
Here
10.1%
US
19.4%
WA
23.0%
Yakima
23.1%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.0%
Better than Avg
Here
9.0%
US
19.5%
WA
12.2%
Yakima
14.4%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.0%
Better than Avg
Here
12.0%
US
15.5%
WA
15.2%
Yakima
21.5%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.7%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
21.7%
US
15.3%
WA
18.8%
Yakima
25.6%
⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.5%
Better than Avg
Here
0.5%
US
5.3%
WA
5.6%
Yakima
5.7%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.3%
Better than Avg
Here
98.3%
US
93.4%
WA
95.9%
Yakima
97.8%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.3%
Better than Avg
Here
94.3%
US
81.8%
WA
87.8%
Yakima
91.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.6%
Better than Avg
Here
89.6%
US
79.8%
WA
82.0%
Yakima
85.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.1%
Better than Avg
Here
1.1%
US
1.6%
WA
1.3%
Yakima
2.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

5deficiencies
Well below state avg (17.1)
6 complaint-triggered

This facility shows concerning patterns with 62 deficiencies across 7 surveys, including 6 complaint-triggered cases where families reported problems. Recurring issues involve medication management, infection control, fire safety systems, and electrical equipment problems. While the facility corrects violations when cited, the same safety and care issues repeatedly surface across multiple years, suggesting systemic challenges with maintaining consistent standards.

Nov 18, 2025Routine
10
0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0920Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0511Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0582Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Nov 14, 2025Complaint
1
0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Oct 7, 2024Routine
23
0009Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

0013Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

0015Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

0037Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

0222Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

0321Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0324Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0711Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0921Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

0926Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

0641Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0607Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0699Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Aug 29, 2024Complaint
1
0573Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

Jul 1, 2024Complaint
1
0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Jun 4, 2024Complaint
2
0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Good Samaritan Health Care Ctr

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Regency Pacific Management

Chain Size

27 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.6/5 · Rank 10 of 27 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Bd Facilities LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Key personnel

Bd Facilities LLCManagerBeddoe, MarvinManagerHall, TaylorManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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